Alex and Mac
True stories, Real people: Illustrated animations to ensure confidentiality. When Alex decided to volunteer with Big Brothers Big Sisters, his primary motivation was the desire to mentor a young boy. He saw being a Big Brother as an excellent opportunity to guide and support a child through his formative years. Alex believed that the key [...]
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Amanda – Big Sister
True stories, Real people: Illustrated animations to ensure confidentiality. Motivated by her own upbringing surrounded by a strong support network, Amanda embarked on her journey with Big Brothers Big Sisters with the goal of being a reliable presence for someone in need. Understanding the struggles of growing up without a comprehensive support system, she was [...]
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Zoey: In-School Mentor
True stories, Real people: Illustrated animations to ensure confidentiality. Zoey joined Big Brothers Big Sisters with a strong desire to help children in any way possible. Her passion for working with kids and her preference for one-on-one interactions made the program a perfect fit. Zoey believes that the essential qualities of a good mentor are [...]
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Valerie: In-School Mentor
True stories, Real people: Illustrated animations to ensure confidentiality. Valerie's journey as a mentor in the Big Brothers Big Sisters program showcases her dedication to providing a structured yet flexible environment for her mentee. At the beginning of each school year, they sit down together to plan out a variety of activities for the months [...]
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Rebecca: A Legacy of Mentorship
True stories, Real people: Illustrated animations to ensure confidentiality. Motivated by the legacy of mentorship within her own family, with both her father and aunt having been deeply involved in Big Brothers Big Sisters, joining the organization was a natural step for her. She fondly recalls the friendships and experiences shared with her aunt's Little [...]
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